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PACK IT UP: Immigration Minister says leave voluntarily or face deportation
By Shanieka Smith
Staff Writer
#TheBahamas, January 24, 2023 – Illegal migrants in The Bahamas have been warned by Labour and
“Failure to do so will lead to your arrest, prosecution, deportation, and placement on a restricted list which will completely bar you from any further entry into this country,” the Minister said.
The recent increase in Cuban and Haitian migrants being seized at sea have become a cause for concern. Bell said he continues to pray that Cuba and Haiti receive the help they need, however, border and immigration laws must be upheld.
The minister noted that the resources on the island are limited and they “cannot do more.” He emphasised that those who enter the country legally are still welcome.
Bell said the deportation will include people found in violation of their work permits. Employers will also be prosecuted and stand the risk of having further work permits dismissed.